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With over 27 years of experience, I'm not just any trial lawyer. I've crafted deals, negotiated and drafted complex contracts, and represented corporations across the nation during my career—which includes a 15-year tenure at a top-notch national Am Law 200 firm. My experience spans complex business disputes involving breach of contract, fraud, fraudulent transfers, tortious interference, breach of fiduciary duty, civil RICO, shareholder derivative litigation, products liability, the UCC, class actions, and more. My approach? Clear communication, pinpointing client goals from the outset, and devising innovative and efficient strategies to achieve them. I genuinely care about my clients and have a relentless service mentality, both personally and professionally.
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Chat withState: Texas
Acquired: 1996
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1113 Vine Street, Suite 240, Houston, TX, 77002
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Posted by Jim | March 27, 2014 | Corporate & Incorporation
Excellent Lawyer
Jim represented me in a complex shareholder dispute relating to my company. He is a sophisticated, prepared, and appropriately aggressive attorney and his efforts helped me prevail in the case. Jim’s tenacity was impressive and I felt confident and relaxed throughout the process, knowing that I was...
"I have known Jim for over 16 years, and practiced with him for most of that period at an Am Law 200 law firm. Jim is an exceptional litigator who is also gifted with a tremendous amount of common sense and drive. He is adept at crafting litigation strategies that suit the needs of individual clients, and has successfully handled matters of all sizes as lead counsel. I would not hesitate to refer a matter to Jim."
"Jim is a great lawyer. He is smart, attentive to client needs and always well prepared. I highly recommend Jim to handle matters ranging from simple business consultation to complex litigation. He can do it all."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a hard working, well prepared lawyer who you can trust to provide sophisticated legal counsel on any litigation matter. Further, Jim understands when and how to be aggressive in a manner that best suits his clients' needs and goals."
"Jim is a wonderful lawyer. He is hard-working, dedicated and professional. He enjoys a strong reputation within the field as a man who is honorable, ethical, and intelligent. I would not hesitate to hire him on the most complex matter, knowing that his skill and understanding would bring the matter to an acceptable conclusion. Jim is a tireless advocate for his clients, and his accomplishments speak for themselves. I endorse him as a friend, a colleague, and as a highly successful attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a great lawyer, he has exceptional analytical skills and is extremely prepared. I have known Jim for years and he continually impresses me with his ability to assess issues and come up with solutions that benefit his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I first worked with Jim as attorneys at the same law firm. I have since opposed Jim in a lawsuit involving a business dispute. Jim is always very well prepared, thoroughly researching both the law and facts in every matter. He has the unique ability to clearly convey his message in complicated matters to the court, opposing counsel, and his clients. Jim's ethics are beyond reproach. His word is his bond. Jim is a zealous advocate for his clients. Yet, at all times, he is always professional and a true gentleman."
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2019
Top Lawyer in Commercial Litigation, Houstonia Magazine
2018
Top Lawyer in Commercial Litigation, Houstonia Magazine
2016
Top Lawyer in Commercial Litigation, Houstonia Magazine
2015
Top Lawyer In Commercial Litigation, Houstonia Magazine
2014
Top Lawyer in Commercial Litigation, Houstonia Magazine
2013
Top Lawyer in Commercial Litigation, Houstonia Magazine
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers
2005
Outstanding Young Lawyer of Houston, Houston Young Lawyers Association
2005
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2002
President's Award for Outstanding Service to HYLA, Houston Young Lawyers Association
2000
President's Award for Outstanding HYLA Committee Chair, Houston Young Lawyers Association
1995
Outstanding Male Graduate Award, South Texas College of Law
1995
Dean's Outstanding Student Advocate Award, South Texas College of Law
1995
Medal for Excellence in Advocacy, American College of Trial Lawyers
2018 - Present
Partner, Okin Adams Bartlett Curry LLP
2015 - 2018
Member, Bush & Ramirez, PLLC
2014 - 2015
Principal, The Bartlett Firm LLLP
1999 - 2014
Partner, Kasowitz, Benson, Torres & Friedman LLP
1995 - 1999
Associate, Bush, Burck & Lapidus, P.C.
2018 - Present
Strake Jesuit College Preparatory Athletic Booster Club BoardVice-President/Membership Chair
2015 - Present
Litigation Counsel of AmericaFellow
2009 - Present
West University Little LeagueBoard Member/Division Director
2005 - Present
Texas Bar FoundationLife Fellow
2005 - Present
Houston Bar FoundationLife Fellow
2005 - Present
Houston Young Lawyers FoundationLife Fellow
$4.2 Million Arbitration Award
$2 Million Settlement
Successful Settlement
Successful Defense
Complete Relief of Declaratory Judgment
Successful Defense
Successful Settlement
Complete Dismissal With Prejudice
Complete Dismissal With Prejudice
Successful Settlement
Final Judgement Denying Class Certification
Complete Dismissal With Prejudice
Successful Settlement
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1986
High School Diploma
2015
Spoliation, Litigation Holds, and Other Things That Keep Lawyers Awake at Night
2013
Texas Indemnity Law Update
2003
Admissions and Interrogatories: Complying with Control Plans and Drafting Good Discovery in Complex Cases
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